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#4663 of 4944 Lexus ES300, 1994 front rotors 270K by edouble1 Nov 22, 2008 (6:28 pm)
Trying to replace the front rotors. Seems pretty straight forward: remove the wheel, remove the break calliper, remove the calliper bracket, slide the rotor off. I can't get the rotor off. I don't think they were ever replaced before, and there is 270K miles on it. What are the chances it's rusted on? Will PB blaster help in the process? How hard can I bang on the back of the rotor with a hammer, if I use a Hammer/block of wood, or a rubber mallet? Thanks for your help. Replies to this message: bolivar (Nov 23, 2008 1:45 am)
#4664 of 4944 Re: Lexus ES300, 1994 front rotors 270K [edouble1] by bolivar Nov 23, 2008 (1:45 am)
Replying to: edouble1 (Nov 22, 2008 6:28 pm) You can bang really hard. But at 270,000 miles????? If there are not separate bolts that hold the rotor on, the lug nuts hold both the wheel and rotor, here is an old shade tree mechanic trick that you might try. Put the thing back together. But leave all the lug nuts loose. I don't know how loose, maybe about one turn from being tight. Then just move the car back and forth a short distance. Maybe turning the wheel back and forth. This might break the rotor loose. Don't blame me if this strips nuts or shears them totally off. This is just a 'trick' I've read about, never actually done.
#4665 of 4944 Re: code 1810 [shooter7] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Nov 23, 2008 (10:06 am)
Replying to: shooter7 (Nov 20, 2008 11:46 pm) The Transaxle Fluid Pressure (TFP) switch assembly consists of six pressure switches. Five of the switches are normally open, and determine gear range selection. The sixth switch is normally closed, and detects Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) release fluid pressure. The TFP switch assembly also contains the Transmission Fluid Temperature (TFT) sensor. These components are combined into one unit, mounted on the valve body. The TCM provides ignition voltage on the three range signal circuits. By closing (thus grounding) one or more of the switches with fluid pressure from the manual shift valve, the TCM detects the selected gear range. When the transmission electrical connector is disconnected and the ignition switch is On, the ground potential for three range signals from the TCM will be removed, and an illegal gear will be indicated. (Refer to TFP Switch Assembly Logic Table.) DTC PARAMETERS DTC P1810 will set if: * The gear position indicated by the TFP switch assembly is illegal for 60 seconds . * Engine running. DIAGNOSTIC AIDS A pressure regulator problem could set DTC P1810. Inspect the wiring at the TCM, the transmission connector and the TFP Val. Position Sw. connector, and all other circuit connecting points for the following conditions: * A bent terminal * A backed out terminal * A damaged terminal * Poor terminal tension * A chafed wire * A broken wire inside the insulation * Moisture intrusion * Corrosion When diagnosing for an intermittent short or open condition, massage the wiring harness while watching the test equipment for a change. Replies to this message: shooter7 (Nov 23, 2008 1:21 pm)
#4666 of 4944 Re: code 1810 [Mr_Shiftright] by shooter7 Nov 23, 2008 (1:21 pm)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Nov 23, 2008 10:06 am) thanks for your time!
#4667 of 4944 rear wiper sticks by shogren Nov 28, 2008 (11:51 am)
2002 Isuzu Axiom 140K, Rear wiper only works when I use the window washer solvent button. When it stops the cleaning cycle the wiper blade does not return to the bottom of the window. Up until the last week or so the wiper blade would stay up for a period of time but would always return the the bottom. The regular rear wiper button does not work at all. Any idea to resolve the problem. Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Nov 28, 2008 2:39 pm)
#4668 of 4944 Re: rear wiper sticks [shogren] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Nov 28, 2008 (2:39 pm)
Replying to: shogren (Nov 28, 2008 11:51 am) I think I'd replace the relay that operates the rear wiper. It's the easiest, cheapest and best guess I can make without actually having a multi-meter on your wiper motor.
#4669 of 4944 iginition problem by bubbling_13 Nov 29, 2008 (12:29 pm)
my car is a 1992 acura legend and i was stuck last night because my key wouldn't turn in the ignition and we tried turning the steering wheel and it got locked and would only move about an inch, and we also noticed that it wouldn't let the steering wheel move up or down, do you know if there is a locking problem with the car? or what is wrong with it? Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Nov 29, 2008 1:47 pm) oregonboy (Dec 01, 2008 6:25 pm)
#4670 of 4944 Re: iginition problem [bubbling_13] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Nov 29, 2008 (1:47 pm)
Replying to: bubbling_13 (Nov 29, 2008 12:29 pm) Before you tear into anything, I'd try the spare key. I had the exact same problem and the spare key worked great. The "real" key would still work the door locks but would no longer turn in the ignition. Keys wear out, locks wear out too. You might have to remove the cover and see if something got loose or fallen out in the mechanism. Replies to this message: oregonboy (Dec 01, 2008 6:25 pm)
#4671 of 4944 engine swap by tgist Dec 01, 2008 (8:19 am)
Where can I find which engines and years interchange on a particular model like the salvage yards do? Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Dec 01, 2008 8:34 am)
#4672 of 4944 Re: engine swap [tgist] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Dec 01, 2008 (8:34 am)
Replying to: tgist (Dec 01, 2008 8:19 am) Someone in a topic dedicated to that particular type of car might know, so you can use the "Search Forums" feature by Keyword (on the right of this page) or the "Browse by Vehicle" feature----and then pick an appropriate topic and ask there. If you lived in a very large metro area the public libraries might have the Hollander Exchange manual, which is what most salvage yards use---sometimes you see them on eBay. Or you can contact a club dedicated to the car you are working on. Usually you can google for specific clubs. When doing engine swaps into other years of the same car, it's always best to talk to someone who has done it before you. Being a pioneer or "first timer" is generally not as much fun as it sounds, unless you are very adept technically and have a generous budget.